**Job Title:** Child Support Specialist
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Child Support Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering children and young people to reach their full potential.
The successful candidate will have experience in casework practice, preferably in Out-of-Home-Care, and a relevant Bachelor's degree such as Social Work, Social Welfare, Psychology, Nursing, or Mental Health. You will also have knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values, and an awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people, and their families.
In this role, you will provide high-quality and effective case work services for young people in Intensive Therapeutic Care. Your primary objectives will be to:
* Provide effective assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and review of case plans to achieve permanency and identified outcomes for young people and their families;
* Work in collaboration with the ITC Team to ensure service delivery is integrated, coordinated, and tailored to meet an individual's needs;
* Establish collaborative relationships with a wide range of specialist and mainstream services to improve outcomes for children, young people, and their families;
* Develop and maintain strong collaborative partnerships with Aboriginal and CALD agencies.
You will work closely with the ITC casework coordinator and be responsible for providing support and guidance to young people, their families, and carers. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
Key Selection Criteria:
* A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values;
* A relevant Bachelor's degree;
* Demonstrated experience in casework practice, preferably in Out-of-Home-Care;
* Demonstrated experience in working with young people with complex care needs.
About the Role:
The Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC) Caseworker will provide high-quality and effective case work services for young people in Intensive Therapeutic Care. The position reports to the ITC casework coordinator and involves working closely with the ITC Team to ensure service delivery is integrated, coordinated, and tailored to meet an individual's needs.
Benefits:
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of children and young people. You will be part of a supportive team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We offer a range of benefits, including professional development opportunities and a chance to work with a diverse group of people.